People opt for permanent laser hair removal for many different reasons; some want to do away with razors altogether while others need the hair from their face removed due to medical conditions or hormone imbalance.
Laser treatments use heat from lasers to destroy hair follicles and permanently stop their ability to produce unwanted hair growth. While results are eventually achieved with multiple sessions and patience, lasting changes will take longer to see.
Treatments
Laser hair removal targets and destroys hair follicles to stop them from producing unwanted hair growth, in a series of treatment sessions that may prove expensive but could save time spent waxing and shaving. Sunless skin creams that darken skin tone should also be avoided prior to laser treatments as these methods may darken it further and plucking or electrolysis can also be effective hair removal techniques.
Step one in getting full body permanent laser hair removal is scheduling appointments. Sessions typically occur every 4-6 weeks and last 90-120 minutes each session. Wear protective eyewear during each visit as your technician will prepare the area to be treated and apply topical numbing gel before beginning laser therapy.
During a laser hair removal treatment session, a technician will press a handheld device against your skin and trigger a laser. Pain levels vary depending on which area is being treated and can sometimes feel similar to having your hair shaved; however it can still be uncomfortable in certain instances; pulses from the laser may feel like warm pinpricks or rubber band snapping against it, with redness appearing as an indicator that hair follicles have been damaged by laser.
Waxing, which removes both the top layer and follicles underneath of hair, provides medium-term results that require repeated treatments; laser hair removal provides permanent solutions more rapidly with less discomfort.
Laser treatment can be effective against both vellus hairs resembling peach fuzz and terminal hairs that grow on the head, shoulders, back, arms, and legs. It works best when there is a distinct difference in color between hair and skin to allow laser’s wavelengths to target melanin pigmentation within hair shafts.
Laser hair removal treatments are generally safe for all ages and skin types, though pregnant women or those who have genital herpes or have had cold sores in the past should not receive this procedure. Furthermore, certain medications can reduce its efficacy; therefore, before receiving this procedure it’s a good idea to consult your physician first and also avoid tanning or sunbathing in advance of sessions.
Preparation
Full body laser hair removal is an effective solution to getting rid of unwanted body hair. More permanent than shaving or waxing, and less time-consuming; laser treatments work by damaging hair follicles to stop new growth from emerging; it’s also significantly less painful than other forms of removal.
Remember when considering laser hair removal that it requires a series of treatment sessions over time to see desired results. Most individuals require six to eight sessions spaced out every six weeks; others may require more depending on their hair growth cycle and hormones.
Before your initial laser treatment, it’s essential that the area be prepared. We suggest shaving on the day prior and forgoing plucking or waxing since hair follicles must remain undamaged to receive energy from laser. You should also refrain from sunbathing or tanning in areas to be treated.
After your treatment, it’s common to experience some redness and swelling, which a cold compress can help reduce. Furthermore, stay out of direct sunlight by wearing broad spectrum sunscreen – and always follow your physician’s post-treatment care instructions!
Laser hair removal is generally safe. However, those who have had prior skin diseases, light complexion or pigmentation disorders should refrain from having it done. Furthermore, pregnancy women or those taking acne medications or those suffering from genital herpes should not receive this procedure as they could potentially face risks associated with laser treatment.
Heat from laser hair removal can lead to burns and blisters. Furthermore, increased risk of skin infection should be discussed with your physician prior to beginning any hair removal treatments with laser. If any concerns exist about your health or safety during a session of laser hair removal.
Laser hair removal can help you look and feel more confident while freeing up time to focus on what matters to you most. Some opt for this treatment to avoid constantly shaving their legs, underarms and bikini lines; others choose it simply because it improves their appearance.
Session
Full body permanent laser hair removal is a quick and straightforward solution for permanently eliminating unwanted body hair. It eliminates the need for frequent shaving, waxing or plucking while also decreasing risk for ingrown hairs or other potential skin complications that other methods often cause.
Full-body laser hair removal requires multiple sessions spaced six weeks apart, during which your doctor will press a handheld laser instrument against your targeted area, usually covered by a cooling device or gel to protect your skin and reduce discomfort. As soon as a laser beam passes through your skin and into your hair follicles, damaging them, hair production ceases and any new growth back is finer and lighter in color than before.
As part of your treatment, it will be necessary for you to wear protective eyewear and limit direct sun exposure. A topical anesthetic may also be provided prior to laser beam passage over targeted area. Shaving target area prior to treatment (up to 24 hours prior) is strongly encouraged for optimal results.
If cost is your primary concern for laser hair removal, look for clinics offering packages or discounted rates, as well as offering free consultations before making a commitment to treatment. Make sure your physician is board-certified in dermatology or cosmetic surgery and has experience treating your specific skin type; be wary of spas or salons which allow nonmedical staff members to administer laser treatments themselves.
After your treatment, it is recommended that you refrain from hot showers and saunas for at least ten days afterward to protect your skin from thermal energy from laser treatments that remains within 24 hours after treatments have completed. In addition, exfoliants or any products which produce heat should also be avoided in this area.
Starting after just a few sessions, you should begin to notice a decrease in hair growth. For optimal results, however, it’s essential that the full course be completed for best results. Once that has happened, your practitioner will switch into maintenance sessions every three to twelve months depending on your individual hair cycle.
Post-treatment
Laser treatments are intended to target hair follicles and prevent them from producing new hair growth. You may require several sessions before reaching your goals; additional touch-up treatments may also be required periodically in order to maintain them; but once complete, the effects should last years!
Most men and women require multiple sessions of laser hair removal depending on the area and rate of hair growth, often six to eight sessions at four to eight week intervals to achieve desired results. Unlike other traditional forms of removal such as waxing or plucking, laser treatments are incredibly painless; in fact, some have described feeling as though having had rubber bands snapped against their skin!
Before receiving laser therapy, it is best to avoid shaving, waxing and tweezing in the areas to be treated. In addition, sun exposure should be minimized using high SPF sunscreen protection for UV radiation protection and any medication or supplements which might interfere with its effectiveness should also be avoided prior to your procedure.
Your treatment area is likely to experience redness and swelling immediately following your laser session, although your doctor might use topical anesthetic to ease discomfort. Lotion or other products applied directly onto the treatment area should be avoided as these could further irritate skin causing redness or swelling; alternatively you could apply ice for comfort as needed; be sure to follow all post-treatment instructions given by your physician, such as moisturizing treatment area with moisturizer while staying out of sunlight exposure.
After your treatment with laser hair removal, hair follicles targeted by the laser will gradually shed off in days to weeks, seemingly continuing their growth at first glance. While results of laser treatments vary significantly between individuals, most experience significant hair reduction that lasts months or even years before gradually reappearing in finer and lighter-colored forms.
Most men and women choose full body laser hair removal for cosmetic reasons; professional swimmers or models often find that it helps them perform better against competitors in competitive events. Some also choose bikini removal for personal hygiene reasons.
